What is the cheapest way to get from Trieste to Balaton Sound (Water)?

The cheapest way to get from Trieste to Balaton Sound (Water) is to bus which costs 13 000 Ft - 19 000 Ft and takes 6h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Trieste to Balaton Sound (Water)?

The fastest way to get from Trieste to Balaton Sound (Water) is to drive which takes 4h 37m and costs 24 000 Ft - 36 000 Ft.

Is there a direct train between Trieste and Balaton Sound (Water)?

No, there is no direct train from Trieste to Balaton Sound (Water). However, there are services departing from Trieste Centrale and arriving at Zamardi via Wien Hbf and Budapest-Kelenfoeld. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 31m.

How far is it from Trieste to Balaton Sound (Water)?

The distance between Trieste and Balaton Sound (Water) is 458 km. The road distance is 411.5 km.

How do I travel from Trieste to Balaton Sound (Water) without a car?

The best way to get from Trieste to Balaton Sound (Water) without a car is to bus which takes 6h 50m and costs 13 000 Ft - 19 000 Ft.

How long does it take to get from Trieste to Balaton Sound (Water)?

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Trieste to Balaton Sound (Water), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Trieste to Balaton Sound (Water) train from?

Trieste to Balaton Sound (Water) train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Trieste Centrale station.

Train or bus from Trieste to Balaton Sound (Water)?

The best way to get from Trieste to Balaton Sound (Water) is to bus which takes 6h 50m and costs 13 000 Ft - 19 000 Ft. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 38 000 Ft - 75 000 Ft and takes 11h 31m.

Where does the Trieste to Balaton Sound (Water) train arrive?

Trieste to Balaton Sound (Water) train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Wien Hbf station.

Can I drive from Trieste to Balaton Sound (Water)?

Yes, the driving distance between Trieste to Balaton Sound (Water) is 411 km. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Trieste to Balaton Sound (Water).

Where can I stay near Balaton Sound (Water)?

There are 2450+ hotels available in Balaton Sound (Water).

Trieste to Balaton Sound (Water) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and shuttle

There are 4 ways to get from Trieste to Balaton Sound (Water) by bus, shuttle, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Trieste to SiófokN403
6h 50m
Ft 13,819–18,870
Shuttle, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Trieste Centrale to Velika Gorica, Zagreb Airport
2. Take the train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to ZamardiIc
9h 27m
Ft 20,100–140,232
Drive 411.5 km
1. Drive from Trieste to Balaton Sound (Water)411.5 km
4h 37m
Ft 24,801–35,823
Train
1. Take the train from Trieste Centrale to Wien HbfRjx
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-KelenfoeldEc
3. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to ZamardiIc / ...
11h 31m
Ft 38,397–72,081

Trieste to Balaton Sound (Water) by bus and train

7Weekly Services

6h 50mAverage Duration

Ft 13,819Cheapest Price

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Distance: 458 km
Duration: 6h 50m

What companies run services between Trieste, Italy and Balaton Sound (Water), Hungary?

FlixBus operates a bus from Trieste to Siófok once daily. Tickets cost Ft 13,000–19,000 and the journey takes 6h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Trieste Centrale to Zamardi via Wien Hbf and Budapest-Kelenfoeld in around 11h 31m.

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